Bayside City Council

We’re hosting a second Community Forum on Victorian Government Planning Reforms on Wednesday 2 April 🗺️ Join us to hear from a range of experts on the Victorian Government’s planning reforms and projects. We are committed to sharing information on the upcoming changes to keep our community informed. Our presenters will include representatives from the Department of Transport and Planning and Surburban Rail Loop Authority to provide a briefing and answer questions on: • Plan for Victoria • Activity Centres Program • Suburban Rail Loop. The reforms and projects will significantly increase the state government’s role in local planning with the potential to affect Bayside’s existing neighbourhood character and amenity. This includes incorporating up to 47% of Bayside in new zones that could see increases on the current building heights set within your neighbourhood. Presenters include: • Lisa Ryan, Head of Precinct Planning, Suburban Rail Loop Authority • Alister Campbell, Director, Place Approvals, Suburban Rail Loop Authority • David Cowan, Director Activity Centre Program, Department Transport and Planning • Martina Johnson, Director Activity Centre Program, Victorian Planning Authority • Lester Townsend, Director, Plan Victoria. 📅 Wednesday 2 April, 6pm to 8pm 📍 Brighton Town Hall, Wilson Street 💸 FREE 🔗 Register for Community Forum #2: https://brnw.ch/21wRD6k

Bayside City Council has completed a design for a new public toilet at Dendy Street Beach South, Brighton. 🚽🌊 This is an iconic location and one of Bayside’s most heavily used public amenity facilities. We are now seeking tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the construction of this project. 🔗 Please register and download the tender package from https://brnw.ch/21wRD5k [Image description: artist render of the public toilet design at Dendy Street Beach South, Brighton.]

The Hampton Foreshore Playground Upgrade project aims to improving accessibility, safety, and usability for all community members 🛝 The scope includes demolishing the existing playground and replacing it with an inclusive play space featuring new equipment, soft-fall surfaces, sand play areas, additional seating, and coastal-themed shade structures. This upgrade is part of the broader Hampton Foreshore Precinct Project which aims to enhance accessibility, inclusivity and public amenities along Bayside’s iconic coastline. 🔗 Please register and download the tender package from https://brnw.ch/21wReNe [Images: four artist renders of the Hampton Foreshore Playground upgrade.]

Connecting volunteers with your organisation 🤝🏈 Last season, Sandringham Football Club (Sandringham Zebras) struggled to recruit volunteers. As a member of Bayside’s Volunteer Involving Organisation Networking Group, Sandringham Football Club raised this concern, prompting a partnership with local volunteering group, Brighton Evening VIEW Club (Voice, Interests and Education of Women). Teaming up for the last four home games, the football club split raffle ticket proceeds with VIEW, which also collected 10c from drink cans. VIEW donated funds it raised at these games to support five Smith Family students with uniforms, schoolbooks and other supplies. VIEW Club secretary Lorraine Holden said it was a wonderful experience of friendship, generosity and goodwill, with Sandringham Football Club Operations Manager Courtney Banks stating that the club can’t do what it does without volunteers. Council endeavours to support all of our community to get involved in volunteering, with a range of opportunities to suit different ages, abilities and interests in Bayside. 🔗 Read more: https://brnw.ch/21wR8iq [Image description: Sandringham Football Club Operations Manager Courtney Banks and VIEW Club secretary Lorraine Holden smiling with a football.]

Snorkellers seas the day! 🌊🤿 Each year during the January school holidays, Disabled Divers Association and Coastcare Victoria run two weekends of free snorkelling activities at Ricketts Point in Beaumaris. The program has been a recipient of the Bayside Community Inclusion grant stream and is supported by volunteers. More than 16 people living with disabilities came down to participate in this years' event; for some, it was the first time they had ever been in the bay or snorkelled. Feedback from one of our participants: "I found this day hugely emotional. As I was waiting to snorkel, I felt sad that I'd lost the ability to visit the beach and how, without help like this I couldn't even contemplate it. I was sad because I thought this would very likely be a one-off - I almost didn't want to enjoy it too much as losing it would be too painful. But as I was snorkelling, I was so amazed, delighted, and free that I pledged to myself that I MUST NOT allow this to be my only experience. I cannot thank you and the volunteers enough". Thank you to our Family, Youth & Wellbeing team for their work with this program. 🔗 We're proud to support a range of all-abilities sports programs throughout Bayside, which you can find out more about here: https://brnw.ch/21wR0su [Image description: A program participant smiling with a volunteer during a previous snorkelling session in the bay.]

Bayside City Council intends to undertake rehabilitation works at the Former Sandringham Golf Driving Range, which forms part of a broader rehabilitation plan for the site. An EPA Environmental Action Notice (EAN) has been issued for the site. The notice includes requirements for implementation of rehabilitation in accordance with the Rehabilitation Plan. Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified parties to undertake the remediation works to address the requirements of the EPA EAN. 🔗 Please register and download the tender package from https://brnw.ch/21wQTSk [Image description: aerial photo of the former Sandringham Golf Driving Range at 20 Wangara Road in the foreground, with commercial and residential buildings and the bay in the background.]

Rewarding work that goes beyond just a job 🤗 Working with Bayside Care and Support has led to a positive change of lifestyle for Gemma. After leaving her finance job in early 2023, Gemma sought a new career working in the community. “I love this role,” Gemma said. “The hours are flexible, so it works in well with my young family, and I’m meeting new people. Being face-to-face with the community, knowing that I’m helping them is wonderful" ♥️ We are always looking for Support Workers to join our committed and fun team, who assist Bayside and Glen Eira residents. You can enjoy the flexibility to fit your lifestyle, backed by the security, training, and conditions of a government-supported service ✅ Find out more about joining Bayside Care and Support: https://lnkd.in/g5yzNuvV #BaysideCareAndSupport #CareerChange #Community [Image description: Support Worker, Gemma and her client Joan sitting on armchairs in the front room.]

Following a decision by Councillors at last night's Council meeting, matthew cripps has been appointed Acting CEO of Bayside City Council, effective 5pm, Friday 28 March 2025. Matthew's current role is Director of City Planning & Amenity at Bayside. Council will continue the recruitment process for the permanent position of Chief Executive Officer. 🔗 Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21wQNby [Image description: Matthew Cripps photographed outdoors.]

Last week, we celebrated the newly refurbished Boss James Pavilion, which officially opened at the end of last year 🎉🏈 The $3.8m sustainably built facility in Hampton caters for the changing needs of the resident clubs and supports players of all genders and abilities. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g57_7rb6 [Images: photos taken at the celebration of the opening of Boss James Pavilion.]

Bayside Business Network is hosting a dynamic and engaging keynote with presenter Tane Hunter CEO of Future Crunch, exploring why Adaptability Quotient (AQ) has become the most crucial predictor of success in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. Key takeaways: ⭐ Understanding AQ – learn what it is, why it matters and how it can be a superpower in times of uncertainty ⭐ Fostering your AQ – discover practical strategies to develop your own adaptability, from cultivating a mindset of curiosity, to practising flexibility in both thought and action ⭐ The competitive edge – understand how embracing change and adaptability is the key to maintaining a decisive edge in a world that won’t wait for you to catch up. 📅 Thursday 6 March | 7am to 9am 📍 Sandringham Yacht Club, Jetty Pier, Sandringham 💵 BBN Member – $50 refundable place holding fee (reimbursed post attendance) • Member’s Guest – $70 • Non-Member – $80 Ticket includes hot breakfast, beverages and networking opportunity. 🔗 Book now: https://lnkd.in/g5eWcq9T [Image description: a purple tile with the Bayside Business Network branding and a photo of Tane Hunter during a previous talk. The tile highlights key event information listed above.]